Senior Pension Administrator - Reading - XPS Pensions

    XPS Pensions
    XPS Pensions Reading

    2 days ago

    Description

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    Senior Pensions Administrator


    Location: Reading

    Employment Type: Permanent, Part Time (2 days a week)

    Grade: Consultant

    Hybrid

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    About XPS Group


    XPS Group is a prominent UK consultancy and administration firm within the pensions and insurance sectors. As a FTSE 250 company with over 2000 employees, we leverage expertise alongside advanced technology to serve over 1,400 pension schemes and their sponsors. Our goal is to foster a workplace where diverse talents thrive.

    About the Role


    Our Pensions Administration business continues to grow, and we are now looking for an experienced Senior Pensions Administrator to join our vibrant Reading office with hybrid working. This is an exciting role and would most likely suit someone with previous experience in Defined Benefit (DB) pension administration, able to perform manual calculations and check the work of less experienced pensions administrators.

    Our award-winning pensions administration business puts scheme members at the heart of everything we do. Our services include scheme administration, first-time outsourcing, member communications and scam protection.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Train and support junior team members
    • Verify and authorize team activities
    • Calculate and dispense scheme benefits
    • Maintain membership records
    • Engage in project work assigned by managers
    • Coordinate with clients, actuaries, and third parties
    • Offer verbal and written technical insights
    • Ensure ISO and AAF accreditation compliance
    • Prioritize tasks to meet deadlines

    Your Profile


    Essential

    • Previous pensions administration experience of Defined Benefit (DB) schemes including leavers, final salary, retirements, deaths, transfers in and transfers out.
    • Experience of current pensions legislation and framework.
    • Able to perform complex calculations and checking work of junior colleagues.
    • IT proficient, in particular Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook.
    • Confident communicator and problem solver.
    • Self‑motivated and enthusiastic approach to work, in particular taking responsibility for personal and technical continuous professional development.
    • An eagerness to take on responsibility and adopt a flexible approach when work pressures are high.
    • Able to see projects/tasks through to completion within given timescales.
    • Great interpersonal and organisational skills

    Qualifications

    • Maths and English GCSE grade 4/C or equivalent.

    What We Offer


    Enjoy a competitive salary, annual discretionary bonus, and 25 days' holiday with buy/sell flexibility. Benefits include pension matching, healthcare plans, life assurance, and retailer discounts. We support our team with a flexible benefits scheme, employee assistance, and digital GP service. Participating in volunteering events is encouraged with paid volunteer days available. Referral bonuses are offered for introducing suitable candidates to XPS.

    How to Apply


    Interested candidates should submit applications below or contact Join XPS Group and contribute to a dynamic and inclusive workplace.

    Equal Opportunity Statement


    XPS Group is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from all candidates, irrespective of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure accessible and supportive work settings for all employees.

    Eligibility


    Any employment offer made will be conditional upon you satisfying DBS Disclosure checks, Employment or educational references, Satisfactory credit checks and eligibility to work in the UK before an offer can be made. XPS Group is not able to provide sponsorship to employees.

    Who are we


    To find out more please visit:


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